“He wanted to serve his country. It was his own decision and I supported it. I told him, 'Just come home to me.'”— Peter Johnson, father

Johnson was among 22 people killed when a suicide bomber detonated his bomb inside a mess tent near Mosul. He was in line to take over his family's heating and air-conditioning business, but chose to leave home at 18 to enlist in the Army.

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Three memories of Robert S. Johnson

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RIP, fellow brother in arms

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— jeff , November 11, 2012 at 1:54 p.m.
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My nephew Robert always had a great smile and was a happy go lucky person. My family is very honored and proud that he served his country. We will never forget him and I smile every time I think of him and that big smile. Our family is proud and thankful all men and women who served and will serve in the future. God bless America.

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— joe Johnson, May 31, 2017 at 7:37 p.m.
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No greater sacrifice on this earth. We loved and cherished our nephew. I am proud to say he served because he wanted to. May Gods perpetual light shine through eternity for you. I love you.

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— Mary Johnson-Mulhern, September 9, 2017 at 10:36 p.m.

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